Model year guide

2008 Nissan Sentra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Nissan Sentra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 243 on record.

2008 Nissan Sentra at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints167
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$4,468

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Nissan Sentra recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #09V431000 · 03/11/2009

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH MASTER CYLINDERS. BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. IF THE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID IN THE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR DECREASES TO BELOW THE MINIMUM LEVEL, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR WILL ILLUMINATE AS DESIGNED AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #08V311000 · 11/07/2008

NISSAN IS RECALLING 169,202 MY 2007-2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED ROBERT BOSCH MASTER CYLINDER. DUE TO THE MACHINING IRREGULARITY BY THE SUPPLIER, THE INTERNAL SEAL GROOVE IN THE BODY OF SOME BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS MAY ALLOW FOR A GAP IN THE GROOVE CONTACT AREA OF THE SEAL. THIS MAY RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID SLOWLY LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY, CAUSING THE BRAKE WARNING LI…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MASTER CYLINDER/BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY AND IF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE IS DETECTED, THE MASTER CYLINDER WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System) NHTSA Campaign #10V401000 · 10/09/2010

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.

Fix: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Nissan Sentra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2008 Nissan Sentra safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Nissan Sentra 4-DR.w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Nissan Sentra MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,500

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Nissan Sentra worth?

Low
$2,700
Typical price
$4,468
High
$6,400

From 242 comparable 2008 Nissan Sentra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Nissan Sentra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,700
Total$15,200
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,468) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,756), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Nissan Sentra trims & engines on record

Trims
2 · 2.0 S · 2.0 SL · SE-R Spec V · SE-R
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 140 hp · 2.5L

2008 Nissan Sentra vehicles on record

2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E48L680630 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 SL3N1AB61E58L640864 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E78L703186 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E48L636594 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E68L673890 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E18L692721 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E78L718691 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E78L684428 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E38L736895 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E58L732024 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E88L657738 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61EX8L651567 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E78L672487 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E18L657578 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E98L764376 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E28L635069 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E68L642784 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E48L657008 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E38L731499 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E28L721840 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S3N1AB61E48L694656 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E78L673414 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E18L653157 2008 Nissan Sentra 2008 Nissan Sentra 23N1AB61E18L725510

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2008 Nissan Sentra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Nissan Sentra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Nissan Sentra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Sentra?

Based on 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, service brakes, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2008 Nissan Sentra safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Nissan Sentra crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2008 Nissan Sentra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Nissan Sentra at about 26 mpg combined (24 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2008 Nissan Sentra worth?

Comparable 2008 Nissan Sentra listings run roughly $2,700–$6,400, typically around $4,468 (from 242 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.